2K Games Invites Players To Get Made With The Mafia® II Collector’s Edition And Pre-Order Downloadable Content

Wednesday 26th May/...2K Games is pleased to present the Mafia® IICollector’s Edition for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC. Available in limited quantities across select UK retailers and internationally, all three versions of the Mafia IICollector’s Edition will contain both physical and digital elements that further enhance the epic mobster crime drama. 2K Games is also excited to announce it will be partnering with select UK retailers to provide free downloadable content to customers who pre-order Mafia II through those retailers.

“The first Mafia title was a critical success, and we are excited to deliver an epic sequel to fans of the game and of Mafia entertainment," said Christoph Hartmann, president, 2K. "By offering downloadable content and special editions of Mafia II, we are able to show our appreciation for those guys wise enough to reserve their copies early."

In addition to a copy of the highly anticipated Mafia II game, the Mafia IICollector’s Edition will contain the following content:

• Made ManPack: Free access to in-game downloadable pack that lets players get behind the wheel of two different luxury automobiles modeled after cars from the period. In addition, Vito will look the part with two new“made man” suits, including a vintage tux.

• Hardcover Art Book: Get to know the families of Empire Bay with a 100-page photo album-style art book that takes fans through the artistic design process of the game.

• Map of Empire Bay: Get familiar with the neighborhoods and own the streets with a high quality, tear-resistant map depicting the 10 square miles of Empire Bay and all the hangout spots.

Through a compelling narrative, Mafia II transports gamers into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mafia. The fiction is embellished by a sophisticated, era-evoking atmosphere that meticulously replicates the clothing, cars, music and advertising of 1940's and 1950's Americana. Players will easily become immersed in the game's cinematic Hollywood-style experience with strong, believable characters in a living, breathing metropolis. By fusing high-octane gunplay with white-knuckle driving and an engaging narrative, Mafia II looks to be the industry's most compelling Mafia title to date.

Mafia II is currently in development by 2K Czech, the same creative team behind the award-winning, genre-defining Mafia®, which captivated millions of gamers around the world. Mafia II is rated PEGI 18 and will be available in the UK on August 27, 2010.

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